That tree could have been 2000 or 3000 years old. We are here for so short of time , they have been for so long. Does not seem fair! I'm no tree hugger, but I do consider their value to the earth.et the old trees alive. They need 100 years to grow.It's very sad to see huge old trees cut down, especially the ones in the Amazon. Those trees need to be left alone at all cost.